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Doubtful Sound 48-Hour Overnight Cruise from Manapouri
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Doubtful Sound 48-Hour Overnight Cruise from Manapouri

by Realnz

2 days
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2 days
Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Language
English
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Overview

This 48-hour boat cruise travels from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island to Doubtful Sound, offering a full overnight stay on the water. The trip includes a cruise across Manapouri Lake, coach transfers over Wilmot Pass, and a journey aboard a traditional two-mast sailing scow, a flat-bottomed trading boat suited for the fiord waters. Passengers can expect to see wildlife such as dolphins, seals, and penguins in their natural environment. The cruise includes dinner and breakfast served on board, and a specialist nature guide is available throughout the trip. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in.

Highlights

Cruise across Manapouri Lake
Coach transfers over Wilmot Pass
Overnight stay on Doubtful Sound
Dinner and breakfast included
Specialist nature guide on board

What's included

Cruise across Manapouri Lake
Coach transfers across Wilmot Pass
Dinner included
Specialist nature guide provided
Breakfast included
Overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound

What's not included

Alcoholic drinks available for purchase
Hotel pickup and drop-off not included

Itinerary

1

Cruise across the crystal waters of Lake Manapouri to West Arm. Then enjoy an epic coach trip over the Wilmot Pass through Fiordland’s rainforest and into the Doubtful Sound

2

Cruise through the fiord, taking in beautiful surroundings before dropping anchor in a sheltered mooring for kayaking and other activities.

1200 min

3

A leisurely cruise back through Doubtful Sound to disembark at Deep Cove. The same coach will then take you back through the Rainforest to West Arm.

4

Cruise back to Manapouri and return to the same meeting point at the beginning of the tour (RealNZ, Manapouri visitor centre)

Meeting point

Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

End point

Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional info

1–9 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Suitable for all fitness levels
Specific dietary requirements must be advised at booking
The cruise operates in all weather conditions; dress accordingly
Recommended items to bring: comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket, warm clothing, swimsuit
Only one overnight bag per person is allowed on board for safety and comfort
A maximum of 2 people is allowed per booking for twin rooms. Separate bookings must be made if more than one twin room is needed. An odd number of guests requires a combination of twin rooms and single occupancy. For instance, 3 guests would need 1 twin room and 1 single occupancy.
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